Wade House Historic Site
An 1850s stagecoach inn preserved by the Wisconsin Historical Society, with a working blacksmith and the state's largest carriage collection.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Cost
- $10-$14
- Type
- Cultural
Wade House is an 1850s stagecoach inn preserved by the Wisconsin Historical Society in Greenbush, roughly 20 minutes from the village of Kohler. The site includes the original inn building, a working blacksmith shop, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum.
Admission runs $10 to $14, and the site is open from May through October, with the carriage museum accessible year-round.
Know before you go
The main buildings and outdoor exhibits are seasonal, opening in late May. The carriage museum operates year-round. Comfortable walking shoes advisable.
What stands out
The authenticity of the site distinguishes it from reconstructed historical attractions. The carriage museum alone warrants the stop.